List of AVB-capable Ethernet switches

Biamp

TesiraCONNECT TC-5 is a 5-port expansion device for Biamp conferencing products. The TesiraCONNECT is placed at the center of any Biamp conference room to provide power and media streaming for Biamp components. TesiraCONNECT works out of the box with Biamp products, simplifying conference room deployments and avoiding additional setup steps required in traditional media switches. This small form factor device can be mounted behind a display, under the table, or simply sit in a rack or credenza in the room. TesiraCONNECT also connects multiple AVB enabled DSPs within a system. Supported topologies include the connection of up to 4 TesiraCONNECT devices in a single media network cluster. 

TesiraCONNECT TC-5D is also a 5-port expansion device with the same capabilites as the TC-5, enhanced with built in AVB and Dante interfaces. The TC-5D can be deployed in exactly the same ways as the TC-5. For more details specific to TC-5D, refer to this article. 

 

Model	Ports	802.1at PoE+	Firmware	AVB Stream Limit
TesiraCONNECT TC-5	5 AVB-capable	4 ports, 120W budget	Tesira 3.12 or later	150 streams
TesiraCONNECT TC-5D	5 AVB-capable	4 ports, 120W budget	Tesira 3.16 or later	150 streams

TesiraCONNECT devices allow for easy deployment of Tesira devices within conferencing spaces. TesiraCONNECT devices are not intended to be used for TesiraLUX video streaming, mixed protocol networks, campus-wide AVB media networks, and interoperability with other AVB device manufacturers, all of which require an Avnu-certified network switch. See the sections below for a listing of Avnu-certified switches.

See the TesiraCONNECT article for supported topologies and installation information. 

The NMS-NG10GPX-AVB switch is also available from Biamp. This is part of the Netgear M4250 AV Line and is listed below in the Netgear section with additional details.

Cisco

AVB is supported on select models of the following Catalyst series.

Please always check Cisco AVB for current information and updates.

Please always reach out to Cisco Support assistance and further information.  

Catalyst 3650 Series	Catalyst 3850 Series	Catalyst 9300 Series	Catalyst 9500 Series
Required license level: ipbase or ipsevices	Required license level: ipbase or ipsevices	Required license level: Network Advantage	Required license level: Network Advantage
Cisco minimum: IOS XE Gibraltar 16.12.7	Cisco minimum: IOS XE Gibraltar 16.12.7	Cisco minimum: IOS XE Bengaluru 17.6.3	Cisco minimum: IOS XE Bengaluru 17.6.3
C3650-24PDM C3650-48FQM C3650-8X24PD C3650-8X24UQ C3650-12X48FD C3650-12X48UQ C3650-12X48UR C3650-12X48UZ	C3850-12X48U C3850-24XU C3850-12XS C3850-16XS C3850-24XS C3850-32XS C3850-48XS	All models.	C9500-12Q C9500-16X C9500-24Q C9500-40X

NOTE: The following Cisco models PTP is not supported on all ports.

• C9300-48UXM only ports 1-16, 18-34, 36, 38, 44 support PTP. 
• C9300-48UN only ports 1-36, 38 support PTP.

Catalyst 3650 and 3850 series switches have been certified by the Avnu Alliance.

Catalyst 9300 and 9500 series switches have been certified by the Avnu Alliance.

The following Cisco license levels are required for AVB support.

• ipbase or ipservices license level for Catalyst 3000 family.
• Network Advantage perpetual license for Catalyst 9000 family.
• DNA Subscription license not required for AVB support.

The following Cisco IOS® XE Software release versions are required for AVB support.

• IOS XE Gibraltar-16.12.7 for Catalyst 3000 family.
• IOS XE Bengaluru 17.6.3 for the Catalyst 9000 family.

Cisco applies the following limitations when AVB is enabled:

• AVB is not supported on StackWise connected switches. Fiber and copper uplinks are supported.
• AVB is not supported on ports that are combined using link aggregation (EtherChannel).
• Cisco published stream limit per switch is 200.  
• Catalyst 9000 family does not support AVB on 100 Mbps connections. (All Biamp AVB devices are 1 Gbps.)

Please read the Cisco AVB FAQ for a complete list of questions and considerations for designing AVB enabled networks with Catalyst switching.

See Enabling AVB on Cisco Catalyst Switches for details on configuring the switch. For TesiraLUX support, please see our Video network design guide.

Extreme Networks

Extreme Networks Avnu certified AVB-enabled switches include select Summit® series switches, and scale from Gigabit to 10/40GbE, copper/fiber, with or without PoE+. AVB support is available on Extreme Networks switches running ExtremeXOS® version 15.3 or later with the purchase of an AVB feature pack. Please contact Extreme Networks or Extreme Networks Channel Partners for more details.

Summit Series	Stream Limits
Summit X430 (EOL) Required License: X430 AVB Multimedia Feature Pack Note: The X430 only supports up to 8 connected AVB ports, regardless of switch size. AVB video streams are not recommended with this switch.	100
Summit X440, X440-G2 Required License: X440 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (16523) Note: The X440 first gen is not recommended with over 20 enabled AVB ports, regardless of switch size. If using an AMP-450P or TCM-1/TCM-1A, LLDP must also be enabled.  Note: The X440-G2 24 and 48 port models support AVB on ports 1-24 and the rear SFP+ combo ports 51-52. AVB is not supported on ports 25-48, 49 or 50	1024
Summit X450-G2  Required License: X450-G2 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (16169)	1024
Summit X460, X460-G2 Required License: X460 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (16426) Note: If using an AMP-450P or TCM-1 family of products the X460, LLDP must also be enabled.	1024
Summit X620 Required License: X620 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (17433)	1024
Summit X670, X670-G2 Required License: X670 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (17135)	4096
Summit X770 Required License: X770 Multimedia (AVB) Feature Pack (17728)	1024

Note: 802.1X on dynamic VLAN (AVB) enabled ports is not supported by Extreme Networks. Control ports are supported.

For an introduction to using Extreme network switches, see Connecting to an Extreme switch. To enable AVB functions on Extreme networks switches, see Enable AVB on Extreme Network Switches. For TesiraLUX support, please see our Video network design guide.

Netgear

Luminex

The following models of Luminex GigaCore switches are Avnu Certified for AVB interoperability. GigaCore Firmware 2.8.0 is required for AVB support. All GigaCore switches have standard and PoE+ variants. All copper and fiber ports are 1G maximum. 

Model	Ports	PoE+ Budget	Firmware
GigaCore 10	8x etherCON RJ45, 2x rugged fiber	Optional 130W	2.8.0
GigaCore 12	12x etherCON RJ45	Optional 160W	2.8.0
GigaCore 14R	12x etherCON RJ45, 2x SFP	Optional 160W	2.8.0
GigaCore 16RFO	12x etherCON RJ45, 4x rugged fiber	Optional 160W	2.8.0
GigaCore 16Xt	12x etherCON RJ45, 4x SFP	Optional 160W	2.8.0
GigaCore 26i	24x RJ45, 6x SFP	Optional 370W	2.8.0

GigaCore 2.8.0 release applies the following limitations when AVB is enabled:

• PTPv2 is disabled in every group
• MultiLinkX (link aggregation) is disabled
• VID 2 is not permitted for a group
• Only use 100Mbps/1Gbps FDX port links
• AVB can only be active in one group
• Jumbo frames are disabled switch wide
• Copper SFP modules are not supported

See Enabling AVB on Luminex GigaCore switches for instructions on configuring the switch. For TesiraLUX support, please see our Video network design guide.

L-Acoustics

The L-Acoustics LS10 is a plug-and-play 10-port Avnu certified AVB enabled switch offering support for up to 150 AVB streams. The switch features a 5 second boot time.

The LS10 is a 10-port switch, all ports are 1Gbps. 8 ports are RJ-45 EtherCON jacks (supports standard CAT-5 or EtherCON connectors), the remaining 2 ports are SFP cages supporting either 1Gbps copper or 1Gbps fiber GBICs. The LS10 does not provide PoE or PoE+ on any port. 

L-Acoustics Network Manager software is used to access the switch interface for firmware updates, configuration, and monitoring. The switch allows configuration of RSTP and for customization of propagation delay threshold settings. A GPIO connection allows remote fault monitoring of the switch. 

The LS10 features an internal mains power supply (100VAC-240VAC / 50Hz-60Hz) and both accepts and provides 24VDC backup power to/from another LS-10. There is an accessory single rack space (1 RU) shelf which allows 1 or 2 LS10 switches per shelf. 

Further details on integrating L-Acoustics AVB devices with Tesira can be found in our article on L-Acoustics AVB. 

MOTU

Biamp recommends the Biamp TesiraCONNECT TC-5 for new installations. The TesiraCONNECT TC-5 provides 5 ports capable of AVB streaming and eliminates the need for injectors by providing PoE+ on 4 of the ports without any power budget limitation. 

MOTU offers a 5-port AVB switch that has been confirmed to work with AVB-enabled Biamp Tesira devices. The model number of the switch is simply "AVB Switch". See MOTU's website for more information.

Biamp has informally tested the switch and determined that it is capable of handling at least 36 AVB streams, for a total of 144 AVB audio channels. There may be additional channel/stream restrictions on networks that consist of multiple MOTU switches.

The MOTU switch should only be used primarily for small installations with relatively light AVB usage. Biamp does not recommend building larger AVB networks using multiple MOTU switches connected directly to each other, or using the MOTU switch in systems with heavy AVB usage. The MOTU switch cannot be used in conjunction with a Netgear AVB switch or switches from other vendors. Fiber media converters are not supported.

AVB video streaming using TesiraLUX is not supported on MOTU switches.

Control4/Pakedge

Note: Pakedge S3-24P and S3L-24P switches have been discontinued and are no longer available for purchase.

Select models of the Control4/Pakedge S3-series are Avnu certified and AVB-enabled. AVB licensure is included with the switch firmware at purchase or with firmware update. All Avnu certified AVB-enabled Pakedge switches are shown in the table below:

Model	# of Gigabit Copper Ports	PoE+ Budget	# of 10 Gigabit SFP+ Ports	Network Stream Limit
S3-24P (EOL)	24	370W	4	225
S3L-24P (EOL)	24	370W	4	70

For further details on enabling AVB on Pakedge S3 series switches, please visit the Pakedge AVB configuration and resources page. For TesiraLUX support, please see our Video network design guide.

Media Converters

AVB can be converted to run over fiber optic cables using media converters. However, it is important to use true media converters that do not have integrated Ethernet switches built into them. The following media converters have been informally tested with Tesira products:¹

• Diablo Cable 18243 - 1310nm / 10KM GBIC 10/100/100Base TX to 1000Base FX

(Please ensure the unit is used in 'converter' mode rather than 'switch' mode. SW-1 should be set to OFF, SW-2 should be set to ON.)

• Luxcom OM1000E - 1000BASE-T to 1000BASE-X
• TP-Link MC220L

TesiraLUX 10GB SFP+ modules

TesiraLUX IDH-1 and OH-1 have a 10G AVB SFP+ port, in addition to a 1G AVB copper port.

TesiraLUX should support any 10GBASE- standard SFP+ transceiver module from a reputable manufacturer. It's strongly recommended to use the same module on both ends of the cable (e.g. Extreme SFP+s on both ends, etc.). Check with the switch manufacturer to see if there are any limitations on their end with respect to supported modules.

TesiraLUX supports single mode or multi-mode fiber. Generally SMF (single mode fiber) is overkill for short distances but otherwise works fine. Distance limitations will depend on the laser wavelength and power of the transceiver module installed which, in turn, defines the necessary fiber construction. For many new installations, 10GBASE-SR (short run) with low cost MMF (multi mode fiber) will work fine. Check with the SFP+ module manufacturer for specifications unique to their product prior to installation.

TesiraLUX only supports 10G link speeds on the SFP+ port. Use the 1GB copper port for 1GB connections. TesiraLUX does not allow dynamic switching between the copper and fiber port; it will only use one of the two ports.

If an AV Input block is in a 10G Video Partition, it will always utilize the 10G fiber optic port on the IDH-1, even if the required bandwidth is below 0.75Gbps.

Further Reading

• Tesira network infrastructure
• Video network design
• Explicit AVB streams (IEEE 1722.1)

 

1. Manufacturer specifications can change without notice. Biamp Systems strives to keep this list up to date, but is not always made aware of changes made by third parties to the Ethernet switches referenced, and therefore Biamp Systems cannot guarantee compatibility with any of the products listed on this page.